Merton parks celebrate Green Flag status
A record number of parks and green spaces have collected Green Flag Awards across the UK. Merton celebrated in this success with South Park Gardens, John Innes Park, Dundonald Recreation […]
Category Archives: Environment
Council warning about rogue builders
Merton Council is warning residents to be wary of ‘cold call’ builders knocking on doors looking for work. Cowboy builders will typically pick on elderly and vulnerable residents offering quick […]
£4m National Lottery grant offering new lease of life to The Canons
A new lease of life will be given to one of Merton’s most historic buildings after it was awarded a £4m National Lottery grant. Merton Council has spent the past […]
Sunday is fun day
Morden Fun Day will be hoping the sun shines down on its popular annual show in Morden Park on July 16. The one day event has a busy programme for […]
Dogs sniff out £8,500 of illegal tobacco in Mitcham
Sniffer dogs helped uncover £8,500 of illegal tobacco in Mitcham this week after a raid on two convenience stores by trading standards officers. Yoyo, a specially trained spaniel, found thousands […]
New route planned for cyclists and walkers
A public consultation wants your views on a proposed green route encouraging more walking and cycling between Merton and Kingston. The new 1.2km walking-cycling path will open up a traffic-free […]
Free year’s electric car club membership for Merton residents
Merton Council is set to provide residents with a year’s free membership to an electric car club which uses vehicles powered by 100% renewable energy. Merton residents will be among the […]
Council issue nearly 1,000 permits to help tackle air pollution
Merton Council has issued nearly 1,000 permits for diesel vehicles since introducing its green levy two months ago. The levy was introduced to improve health by reducing air pollution and […]
Council peregrines prepare to take flight
Peregrine falcons are preparing to take flight from Merton Council’s civic centre. The falcons first began nesting on the roof of the 14 storey building in 2015 returning each year […]
Council broadcasts live webcam footage of Peregrine Falcons
A live webcam is streaming footage of protected Peregrine Falcons for the first time. Three eggs have already been laid on the Civic Centre roof and are likely to hatch […]